Cocoglycerides
A blend of coconut glycerides. It softens skin, gives a soft texture and supports the barrier. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A functional emollient. Safe.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Cocoglycerides is a blend of glycerides obtained from coconut oil. Its INCI matches the name. In a formula it acts as an emollient: it softens skin, gives a creamy pleasant texture and leaves lipids that support the barrier. It is a functional texture-and-emollient component rather than a treatment active. It corrects neither wrinkles nor dark spots: its role is feel and comfort. It is widely used in creams, balms and cleansers, where it does that job well and improves how the product spreads. Topically it has no systemic relevance, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good, with low irritation and allergy. Comedogenicity is moderate-to-low (2 of 5) given the coconut origin, so oily or acne-prone skin may prefer to keep it for dry areas or pick lighter formulas.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cocoglycerides safe during pregnancy?
Cocoglycerides is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Cocoglycerides for?
Cocoglycerides suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Cocoglycerides and what does it do in cosmetics?
A blend of coconut glycerides.
Is Cocoglycerides comedogenic?
On the Fulton scale 2/5 – low comedogenicity. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
What's the INCI name for Cocoglycerides?
The INCI name is Cocoglycerides.
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Coconut Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Extract, Hexyldecanol, Lecithin, Propanediol Dicaprylate, Acetamide MEA
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